History of the Panama Canal
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In 1513 the Spanish conquistador Vasco Núñez de Balboa first crossed the Isthmus of Panama. When the narrow nature of the Isthmus became generally known, European powers noticed the possibility to dig
Miraflores Locks in 2004
Ferdinand de Lesseps, the French originator of the Suez Canal and the Panama Canal.
Part de Fondateur of the Compagnie Universelle du Canal Interocéanique de Panama, issued 29 November 1880
Share of the Compagnie Universelle du Canal Interocéanique de Panama, issued 29. November 1880 – signed by Ferdinand de Lesseps
Panamax
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Panamax and New Panamax are the size limits for ships traveling through the Panama Canal. The limits and requirements are published by the Panama Canal Authority in a publication titled "Vessel Requir
Two Panamax ships seen almost touching the walls of the Miraflores Locks.
Neopanamax ship passing through the new Agua Clara Locks
An officer monitors the clearance of the cruise ship MS Ryndam as she traverses the lock.
Panamax container ship